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Social Work Adult Care Lead Manager - DGA13732

Dumfries And Galloway Council

Kingholm Quay, DumfriesView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£70,001

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

You will lead adult social work and care teams, set strategy and oversee daily operations. Suitable for senior social workers with leadership experience.

What you'll need

  • Qualified social worker registered with HCPC
  • Several years of adult social work experience
  • Proven management or team‑lead experience
  • Strong communication and decision‑making skills
  • Ability to develop and implement service strategies

How to boost your chances

  • Update your CV to highlight leadership projects
  • Get references from recent managers
  • Prepare examples of improving services
  • Research Dumfries & Galloway council priorities
  • Practice answering competency questions about strategy

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Job description

Job Description Social Work Adult Care Lead Manager (16/973) Dumfries and Galloway Band 15 £74,712 - £80,511 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated leader to join Dumfries and Galloway Health and Social Care Partnership as Adult Care Lead Manager, in Social Work Services. Reporting to the Head of Adult Social Work and Social Care, you will provide strategic, operational and professional leadership across adult social work and social care services. Working alongside …

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Provenance

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First seen

8 October 2026

Last checked

9 October 2026

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About the employer

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